MyBB Motorcycle Owners Thread

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SauRoNZA said:
That being said you aren't allowed to delete your numberplate either, but that seemingly doesn't stop anyone.

Personally couldn't ride without my mirrors, so it's a silly thing to remove them in my book.
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Indeed, was browsing for a XR125 and saw one without mirrors and thought that must be illegal.
 
gamer16 said:
I agree, see some people put them underneath the bars, suppose this helps if you have wide shoulders.
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Mostly on the Sportster 48 and Sportster Iron - above the bars and you need to move a little to see pass your shoulders. Under the bars and you need to tuck your knees in a little #facepalm

Once I upgraded to 12" apes, the mirror work better for me. I find that the bar end mirrors make the bars just a little too wide for splitting
 
TheFriendlyGhost said:
Mostly on the Sportster 48 and Sportster Iron - above the bars and you need to move a little to see pass your shoulders. Under the bars and you need to tuck your knees in a little #facepalm

Once I upgraded to 12" apes, the mirror work better for me. I find that the bar end mirrors make the bars just a little too wide for splitting
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Sounds susceptible to snapping off if you drop it as well.

I really need to get something for commuting as my car just costs too much in fuel, have had my eyes set on Honda's XR125 for a long time, see some good deals around, just need to save a bit.
 
gamer16 said:
Sounds susceptible to snapping off if you drop it as well.

I really need to get something for commuting as my car just costs too much in fuel, have had my eyes set on Honda's XR125 for a long time, see some good deals around, just need to save a bit.
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How far is your commute? Highways etc?
 
gamer16 said:
Have the option of highways but won't take it, its about 35km.
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If you are staying off the highways the XR sounds like a good option. Had a CBX250 once upon a time and the commute was awesome, superlow on fuel as well as easy to maintain - problem was I spent more time on the highway so it ended being a bit 'flat' in terms of power (mind you, getting to 120km/h was no issue on a flat road) so I sold that a year later for the same money that I paid for it and just used my sporty for everyday travelling.
 
gamer16 said:
Have the option of highways but won't take it, its about 35km.
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The XR125's are nice little reliable units, as are the Yamaha XTZ125's and similar ones.

How much do you weigh? And what is your estimated budget, more or less? Remember to put a few k aside for proper gear - boots, riding pants, jacket, raincoat, secure and certified helmet, gloves with inserts by the knuckles, a hi-vis vest is also recommended if you commute often. Car drivers are blind to smaller motorcycles and you don't want to end up on the wrong side of a double cab or a taxi in peak traffic.

Remember that bikes are also not really set-and-forget in terms of maintenance. Most smaller engines need servicing more frequently than cars so you may need to look at an oil and filter change every 5000km or sooner if the service schedule calls for it. Then there is the issue of chains and sprockets that need constant attention and adjusting, and tyres on motorcycles won't last as long as those on cars either.

Don't think that I am trying to discourage you at all, in fact I tip my hat to people who commute on bikes daily - but just remember all these small things that may need to be taken into consideration as well :)
 
TheFriendlyGhost said:
If you are staying off the highways the XR sounds like a good option. Had a CBX250 once upon a time and the commute was awesome, superlow on fuel as well as easy to maintain - problem was I spent more time on the highway so it ended being a bit 'flat' in terms of power (mind you, getting to 120km/h was no issue on a flat road) so I sold that a year later for the same money that I paid for it and just used my sporty for everyday travelling.
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Fuel is the main thing at this stage, the XR being relatively cheap, nice looking and Honda quality is a bonus, have seen so many people say these motors are indestructible.

PhireSide said:
The XR125's are nice little reliable units, as are the Yamaha XTZ125's and similar ones.

How much do you weigh? And what is your estimated budget, more or less? Remember to put a few k aside for proper gear - boots, riding pants, jacket, raincoat, secure and certified helmet, gloves with inserts by the knuckles, a hi-vis vest is also recommended if you commute often. Car drivers are blind to smaller motorcycles and you don't want to end up on the wrong side of a double cab or a taxi in peak traffic.

Remember that bikes are also not really set-and-forget in terms of maintenance. Most smaller engines need servicing more frequently than cars so you may need to look at an oil and filter change every 5000km or sooner if the service schedule calls for it. Then there is the issue of chains and sprockets that need constant attention and adjusting, and tyres on motorcycles won't last as long as those on cars either.

Don't think that I am trying to discourage you at all, in fact I tip my hat to people who commute on bikes daily - but just remember all these small things that may need to be taken into consideration as well :)
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Hmm about 75 - 80, around 15k, will keep that in mind, just going to get the basics, at the slightest whiff of rain I'll take the car. Maintenance I really don't mind, I'll do it myself and quite like it as well. For the most part I'm clear and aware of what owning one will entail, only things I'm fuzzy on are things like tyre choices but I'll research that closer to the time.

Cheers for the advise gents, appreciated.
 
Some forums you can check out:

thumpertalk.com

XR/CRF80-200

This is the spot to talk about the Honda XR/CRF80, XR/CRF100, XR/CRF125, & XR200. Find new & used XR/CRF80-200 motorcycles & parts for sale, XR/CRF80-200 reviews, and browse owner garages & mods. Honda XR/CRF80-200 Motorcycle Reviews Honda XR/CRF80-200 Motorcycles & Parts for Sale Honda...
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http://www.wilddog.za.net/forum/index.php?board=118.0 (you may need to register here to view the board, not too sure)

You may even be able to find an XR250 Tornado for around the same price, but you will need to maybe look at higher mileage bikes. But there is a reason that so many Chinese clone bikes use the legendary Honda 125 engines - reliable as can come, parts are abundant and cheap and they just never seem to die
 
Fark, it's hard to rebook a test after failing the first time. I've never been one imbued with much self confidence, so to fail the first time in my mind is just a simple indication of my own (lack of) general abilities. Failure is what I know... So to get up off my ass and try again is the toughest test of character.
 
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